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Thatcham BSI Kitemark®:
Update
24 Apr 2007
Topics: Automotive, Kitemark®, PAS 125, Thatcham
The new Thatcham BSI Kitemark® for the vehicle repair industry has been accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS). This follows on from its successful launch in February, during which three bodyshops received the Kitemark®. AJC Fix Auto (Essex), East Bilney Coachworks (Norfolk) and UK Assistance Accident Repair Centre (Lancashire) were presented with Kitemark® certificates by BSI Group CEO Stevan Breeze and Peter Roberts, Thatcham CEO. "The Thatcham BSI Kitemark® scheme is based on some sound fundamental business improvement tools and techniques, and the framework required to attain the Kitemark® means that I know it will deliver huge benefits to our organization," says Chris Oliver, managing director of AJC Fix Auto. "The scheme has brought about a number of improvements to our infrastructure and this, coupled with the enhanced perception of the business by customers thanks to the Kitemark® symbol, will play an integral role in cementing our long term development and prosperity."
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